GK
SOLAR SYSTEM
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Question
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The height of a point on the Earth’s surface above sea level.
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Altitude
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Height
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Elevation
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Sea level
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -On a map, what is the term for the height above sea level of a point on Earth’s surface? (a) elevation (b) topography (c) relief (d) latitude. The correct answer is A. Elevation refers to the vertical distance above the sea level.
Detailed explanation-2: -Elevation is a measurement of height above sea level. Elevation typically refers to the height of a point on the earth’s surface, and not in the air. Altitude is a measurement of an object’s height, often referring to your height above the ground (such as in an airplane or a satellite).
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